London – There are several ways to manage anxiety, like try therapy or medication, but diet can also play an important role in reducing anxiety symptoms. Some ways to manage is eating foods that boost serotonin levels. Foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables contain complex carbohydrates that stimulate the production of serotonin. Omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty …
Okanagan Indian Band – On April 5, Okanagan Indian Band held a Water Celebration to mark the completion of their water systems improvement project. Consequently, the community has been able to lift the long-term water quality advisory and ensure that it has enough water storage capacity to provide adequate fire protection. Since May 10, 2019, Okanagan Indian Band community members …
Toronto – The City of Toronto is tracking weather forecasts, including the continued presence of ground frost, and actively finalizing plans for the early opening of seasonal park washrooms and water fountains this spring. This spring, the City will activate 128 seasonal park washrooms and more than 700 water fountains which will be available to the public into the fall. …
Toronto – More than 500 restaurants and bars have applied for a City of Toronto CaféTO curb lane café patio this summer. These patios will enhance the vibrancy of Toronto’s streets and neighbourhoods and provide small businesses with the opportunity to serve more customers in outdoor dining spaces. City staff are reviewing all applications to ensure they meet the program …
TORONTO – Ontario is helping thousands of additional families reduce their energy use and save money by updating the eligibility for the Energy Affordability Program which provides free home-efficiency upgrades for Ontarians who are looking for support with their energy bills. To ensure families have access to these critical supports and help keep costs down, the income eligibility threshold is being raised …
Public should exercise caution as bears come out of hibernation Ontario – The Ontario government and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) remind you to exercise caution as black bears begin to come out of hibernation this spring. Bears waking from hibernation face a lack of natural food sources, leading them to look for food in garbage cans and bird feeders. …
Toornto – This April, gather your family, friends, neighbours and colleagues and help cleanup litter in Toronto’s parks, beaches, or other public spaces. Organize a 20-Minute Makeover on Friday, April 21 or schedule a community cleanup on Saturday, April 22 (Earth Day) or Sunday, April 23. Twenty minutes is all it takes to help put litter in its proper place! …
Toronto – Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) proclaimed April as Earth Month in Toronto, a month to raise awareness of the vital role that every Torontonian plays in caring for the planet. The City of Toronto is committed to working with businesses, governments and institutions to take real and measurable action against the climate crisis and working quickly to …
Toronto – Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) announced plans for the City of Toronto’s 2023 Clean Toronto Together campaign and encouraged residents, schools, businesses and community groups to take part in the annual spring cleanup from Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23. On April 21, Toronto schools and businesses can participate by cleaning around their properties. On Earth …
Staff and equipment prepared to protect communities TORONTO – Ontario is ready to respond to this year’s wildland fire season, which lasts from April 1 until October 31. “We are ready to protect people and communities across the province from wildland fires,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. “Our teams are closely monitoring weather conditions to detect …
